From his college days as an intern, to his 10-year stint as chief of staff for now-Mayor Bill Peduto, Gilman is familiar with the city’s political atmosphere.

Now serving the residents of District 8, he is one of the council's youngest members.

Dan Gilman on Pittsburgh's Millennial Generation:

Young Pittsburghers are not politically apathetic: Gilman sees unique political engagement from young Pittsburghers that focuses on community organization through social media.

Pittsburgh sits at the top of a mountain: He sees potential for great growth in the region but understands that without careful leadership, the city could recede. Transportation and public housing are two issues he'd like to address in his political career.

Millennials are essential to the city: From restaurants to housing to neighborhood resurgence, Dan said Pittsburgh is “right on the cusp of really putting itself on the map,” and young people are playing a major role in this progression.

Dan describes himself as a “pro-growth progressive.” He’s socially liberal but economically moderate and aims to find chances for everyone to succeed. He insists that developers must focus on the three P’s: Profit, People and Planet.